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Backup QB Bagent Leads Reserves in Soldier Field Showcase
4 Aug
Summary
- Backup QB Tyson Bagent throws 2 TDs in practice
- Rookie TE Colston Loveland makes another impressive play
- Veteran K Cairo Santos drills 5 FGs, including 53-yarder

The Chicago Bears are in the midst of their 2025 training camp as they look to bounce back from a disappointing 2024 season. Under new head coach Ben Johnson, the team is working to establish a new identity and system ahead of the upcoming campaign.
While the Bears' starting offense struggled during a recent practice at Soldier Field, the team's reserves made some notable plays. Backup quarterback Tyson Bagent, now in his third year with the team, had a strong outing, throwing a pair of touchdown passes while working with the backups. Bagent connected with wide receiver JP Richardson on a long strike and also found tight end Durham Smythe for a score, showcasing his ability to make plays in the passing game.
Rookie tight end Colston Loveland, the Bears' first-round pick, continued to turn heads with another impressive performance. Late in the practice, Loveland made a smooth move to get open in the end zone, where quarterback Caleb Williams found him for a touchdown. The young tight end's route-running and playmaking ability have been a consistent bright spot throughout training camp.
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Veteran kicker Cairo Santos also stood out, drilling all five of his field goal attempts, including a 53-yarder. Santos' consistency and reliability will be crucial for the Bears as they look to improve their special teams unit in 2025.